Location acupuncture point SI 08
Location:
Between the ulnar process of the elbow (olecranon ulnae) and the tip of the medial (inner) epicondyle of the humerus, in a depression.
Xiăo Hăi — Sea of the Small Intestine
In addition to its positive effects on the shoulder and elbow joint, the acupuncture point also has an influence on the ears and can be used for tinnitus and hearing loss. The point also has an effect on the mind and can therefore be used in addition to the points on the heart meridian, for example in the case of anxiety.
Application: 
30 seconds 
medium
30 seconds 
medium
Name:
- 小海 (xiăo hăi)
- Si 08
Properties of the acupuncture point
Meridian:
Small intestine
Element:
Fire
Assignment:
Yang 
Organ time:
1 to 3 pm
Category:
Sedation point
Effect from the point of view of TCM:
- Eliminates moisture heat
- Calms the mind (Shen)
- Routing clearing
Contraindication:
None
None
The small intestine has the task of separating the important from the unimportant. It can also help you to achieve more clarity about your values on a psychological level.
Application:
AcuPen:
This acupuncture point is pressed with the tip of the AkuPen for 30 to 45 seconds, or simply until the pain stimulus dissipates.
Alternatively, you can press this point with the round end.
Acupressure:
The acupuncture point SI 08 is pressed with the middle finger for 30 to 45 seconds.
Acupressure can be repeated several times a day (2 to 3 times) in case of acute problems.
Acupuncture technique:
The point is needled vertically, with a depth of 0.2 to 0.5 cun. Moxibustion is possible.
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Meridian: Small intestine
The small intestine is the second organ of the primary fire element. It takes over the food pulp from the stomach and then has the function of assimilating the pre-digested food components, i.e. absorbing them into the body...Learn more now >
Features: Element fire
- Summer
- Bitter
- South
- Tongue
- Mania
- Joy
- Heart
- Small intestine